Escort Mk2 RS2000 Introduction Launched in Jan 1976 the RS2000 was based on the two door MKII Escort. At the time of its launch only 1 spec was available. In 1978 the RS2000 became available in two specifications (basic and custom). The basic was exactly the same mechanically but it lost a lot of the luxuries, including tinted glass, glove box, door cards, console and the alloys. The custom was much the same as the original of 1976 except the original seats were replaced by Recaros, the glass had a bronze tint instead of a green and you had a choice of trim colour.

Escort Mk2 RS2000 Specifications Engine: Cosworth 1993cc, 110 bhp @ 5500 rpm. Fuel System: Mechanical pump. Electrical fuel gauge. Tank capacity 9.0 gallons (40.9 litres). Transmission: Single selector rail shift, four speed synchromesh gearbox, cable operated diaphragm clutch 8.5 inch diameter . Gearbox Ratios: 1st 3.65: 2nd 1.97: 3rd 1.37: 4th 1.00: reverse 3.66 Suspension: Front -Independent coil springs, McPherson strut incorporating double acting hydraulic telescopic shock absorbers, stabiliser bar. Rear - Live axle with semi-elliptic leaf springs. Double acting telescopic hydraulic shock absorbers. Brakes: Dual line braking system. Front - disc brakes, diameter 9.625in (24.45cm), swept area 191.0sq in (1,230.0sq cm). Direct acting vacuum servo assistance. Rear - drum brakes, diameter 8.00in (20.32cm), swept area 75.4sq in (485.5sq cm). Direct acting vacuum servo assistance.